Wine/Vintage port valuation

QuestionHi David,
I have a bottle of Souza 1970 vintage port bottle by Vieira de Souza & CA. It's a bottle that has been in the family for a number of years and we're considering opening it for Christmas. Before doing so I'd like to know its value and if is drinking well at the moment.

We are located in Newcastle upon Tyne in the uk. I've had a look online but have been unable to find much information about this producer and vintage.

Many thanks
Adam

AnswerHi Adam,

This is from a fine vintage that's drinking beautifully at the top level but I'm afraid nobody would rate Souza as such so you may find that this is lighter than you may be expecting. It's a shame that you didn't open it earlier as it may now be some way into decline - with spirit dominating the palate.

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